Ben! Thank you so much for the review mate! It brought a tear to my eye... So happy that you liked it. All the best, Jody

@andrewd7586

11 күн бұрын

Are you saying you’re a cyclops Jody? 👁🤣🤭

@The1Rausch

11 күн бұрын

pretty easy to generate an affiliate link for ben, right ?! Kappa

@iiTyrull

11 күн бұрын

Jody! Any comments regarding Ben's point on the J-style bracelet on small wrists or that it lacks some fluidity against the end link? Great watch, I can't wait to get my black helix!

@chaoseus

11 күн бұрын

Id love to have it on J style bracelet but the lack of adjustment is no good.

@drawincode1800

11 күн бұрын

Feekin shite just because it jody you kissing her A$$

Insta-ordered the bone white and black helix Ascents after the debut video hit. Monstrous value here. In fact it totally resets the bar for all microbrands. The only complaint is purely atmospheric in the sense that the Origin and Ascent do not (yet?) reflect a brand identity for Erebus. They don't visually relate to one another whatsoever. But, we're still early in the game and what they do bring is Jody's extensive catalog of evaluations distilled into a single "best of all worlds" choice for value-seekers. The black dial is the new Sarb for the masses... it really does it all. So I guess in that sense I wanted to own it for the simple reason that the Ascent is the distillation of everything us KZread watch geeks have been nitpicking over for so many years and finally reached a new world-beating price/performance baseline created by one of our own. Baby Grand Seiko... with lume? Yes please! That bone white enamel really is gorgeous.

I think this watch looks absolutely beautiful. It's like a GS and an Aqua Terra was tag-teaming a discontinued 39mm OP on a balcony under a St. Tropez sunset, and all their love-juices just merged together around a Miyota movement. Definitely looks like incredible value for money. I'm debating white dial with a J bracelet. 🤩

Love your honesty with these Ben. Also, the macro shots are great. These dials really pop.

I didn't mind the Origin. I liked the tooly design and the variety of dial colors. The Ascent however is on a different level for a different type of guy. If the Origin was for the soldier's then this Ascent is the officers watch. None better than the other but made for different roles.

@johnnychin

11 күн бұрын

Great analogy with the soldier/officer's watch! I too do not mind Origin's design at all. In fact I love it more than a lot of the other microbrand offerings of a more modern dive watch design because it is just so sterile and tooly. I love the Pelagos' look so the Origin looks fantastic to me.

@johanvandersandt8904

10 күн бұрын

@@johnnychin Thank you! Yeah I like it too! I thinks its a great watch!

@kosmas173

5 күн бұрын

One is more ruged and reminds of the tudor pelagos and the other more elegant and reminds of the omega seamaster aqua terra.

@johanvandersandt8904

5 күн бұрын

@@kosmas173 I can sorta see what you mean! They do have resemblances!

Mate I honestly thought he should have produced a sports watch first, this looks outstanding, totally agree 😎👍

@abnerbenjamin9772

11 күн бұрын

This! Ben, make your own watch brand for us small wristed folks!

I'm excited to get my Ascent(s), I have a blue enamel and green fumé on order. I thought you were a little harsh on the design of the Origin... it wasn't supposed to be fancy or groundbreaking, it was supposed to be an ultra readable tool diver with excellent specs for the money, and it accomplished that handily. The hands and markers on it are a very original design and I quite like the geometry of them.

Glad my faith was not misplaced on this one! I passed on the Origin, only because I'm really not a dive-watch guy. But I "dove" into the pre-sale on this because on the surface it is exactly what I like. I picked the green helix, so it was nice to see some footage of it here. Fingers crossed that I'm still of the same mind as you after I receive it!

I was one of many folks who were unimpressed with the Origin. But damn, as time goes on that thing is actually looking pretty smooth.

Let's go, always hyped for nev vids!

@Bluey016

12 күн бұрын

how in the world did u comment 3 days before???? 😂😂😂

@zynory

12 күн бұрын

@@Bluey016 I'm a time traveler ;) (that definitely isn't a patreon)

Good honest look at the Ascent. I ordered the Green Helix version and great to see your shots of it and get your thoughts. I think it will sell well for them.

Ordered the Orange Fumé on day one. Have a black Ostrich strap waiting for it. Thank you for your review!

@Scum8ag

11 күн бұрын

The orange fume is a KILLER! When I saw it in sunlight in Jody's video I started salivating. Perfect summer watch!

Really great review Ben. Stunning videography and great description.

Yep... all good points. This is totally up my alley. My main daily watches are in the similar ballpark. The Aqua Terra is currently probably my grail, though I don't wear my current premium watches enough to justify the cost. My San Martin AQ homage is probably my #1 for a true daily, followed by the Wise Adamascus, Cincinnati Cincinnatus and either the SWC Bunker or a Squale for more sporty times. I also really like the SARB033 and love most Grand Seikos. I ordered the white enamel on the J-style and honestly, I can see it potentially becoming my #1. My biggest criticism is the font used for the 'Ascent' logo and that is a VERY minor criticism.

Its a lovely looking watch but my main gripe is it isn"t going to be around £300 it'll be closer to £400 - £450 with import taxes into the UK. I know Jody has no say over that but its still a big extra chunk of money.

@skuda9

10 күн бұрын

20% should make the cheapest come in around £340 ?

@17Blower

10 күн бұрын

@@skuda9 £377 with postage, Unfortunately I don't want the cheap one

@wirdy1

2 күн бұрын

Me too, it'll hurt a bit to pay the UK duty/VAT but unavoidable.

@boop6271

Күн бұрын

I agree, it moves it out of my budget tbh, which is a shame because if I was American I would definitely be ordering one

Damn it Ben, I had narrowed my choice down to either orange fume or white enamel but now you slid that purple sunburst back into the running. 😎 Great review and I agree fully - the Origin did nothing for me but this I really like as a responsible man's Aqua Terra alternative. I could afford an Omega but spending that much money for something that I would then just stress over damaging makes no sense when something looks this nice for less than 10% of the price.

Wonderful review, i love those smaller brands giving us some real cold watches for really competitive prices !

Congrats on 200k, Ben!

These look great! So many dial choices. Thanks for the review!

Great video and thanks for drawing attention to the J style bracelet for the smaller wristed. When I saw the launch video I was ready to jump on the Malachite dial but all the reviewers seems to be skeptical or not bonding with it. I like several of the other dials but my second choice would have been purple but I have two purple dial watches already so a bit on the fence now.

Already ordered mine with the aventurine dial. Can't wait. Thanks again☮️

I am considering the malachite dial, that or the green helix 👍

Great honest review Ben. Your review has confirmed my choice. Cheers

I appreciate your truthful and honest review. I am sure your criticism aided in getting us this watch. You are why I am now confident that I should consider buying one. I always watch your reviews last. To give you the final word That macro pan shot of the polished sides looks like they polished a rough surface. Must be a factor of being pre production, but I would imagine they would have made sure that was perfect. Definitely a GS Evo9 esk case design without the Zeratsu polish.

Excellent review I am a fan of the erebus watches and own a few of both models (waiting on my ascents) but I appreciate your detailed review and frank honesty, and this is what made me subscribe. Keep up the great reviews.

Awesome dial shots! I wish you got more colors as I STILL haven't decided on a dial. For a true GADA, I want one of the enamel dials. Since I have black and blue, I am leaning the white enamel dial as like the black dial will truly go with anything...

I went for the Malachite as I couldn't really see the green swirly as different (although I may have pulled the trigger too soon). I hope mine is unique though. . green is my favorite color anyway. As to your take on the Origin, I don't think your off base; it's like a thinner and lighter Helm Vanuatu - and for that I like it a lot!

Was happy that you called dull on the origin. Would be in my sights if I wast trying to break into a higher tier for my next

I’ve preordered the purple fumé sunburst, on o style with black leather strap pack. My second choice which I still may add is the white enamel on j style :)

Hello Ben, I disagree with your point about the Origin being uninspired, but not theAscent. In fact, I think the opposite. The ascent looks like a mix of a Seiko SARB and an Omega Aqua Terra. This is not necessarily a bad thing, in fact, if it was all brushed I would have bought one.

Thanks for the video. Your comments are spot on. I too found the intiial Erebus diver watches a bit pedestrian looking. These Ascent models however, look very nice and I actually want to own one.

The Helix dial is stellar. Has definite nods to GS. Very tempted to pull the trigger on this release. The enamel dials give off Sarb vibes,

A top review Ben. It includes the really useful stuff that some reviewers miss. I can't justify this watch but that does not stop me wanting one.

Great review and agree with all your comments. I really like this new model and ordered the green fume on the 'O' (oyster) bracelet. The Origin did nothing for me at all, although think it was probably well made and fantastic value, I'm not really a dive watch fan.

I've been thinking seriously about the Ascent but not able to make up my mind. You review has helped me decide and I thank you for that, Jody.

Thanks for showing the green Helix. That's the one I'm leaning toward at this point.

Very fair review of what look like good watches. I'd like to see them on straps to see how they work with the dial colours (I'm one of those odd people who don't like bracelets).

I bought Aventurine one! Little flamboyant for a GADA watch but I always wanted a aventurine dial and a GADA watch so this was a hit! Hope it turns out great 🤞🏻

Gutted about the sizing issue with the j style bracelet! That was my preferred option but I have a 6 inch wrist so that’s a deal breaker. Jody even stated the j style was better for small wrists due to the male end links on the o style 🙄 Glad I waited for your review before ordering as I wanted to see how it wears on a small wrist 👍🏻

Babe, wake up. Ben's Watch Club uploaded.

I have ordered the Malachite on the J-link - believe it to be one of the more striking variants :)

i have opted for the purple fume with the oyster and jubilee bracelet. hoping its a as great as it appears

Lovely! I hope Jody brings out a white fumeé. I’ll definitely buy that!

The Green Helix dial was absolutely stunning 👌

I think they look great! I'll have to get one, thanks for the review!

Good honest review of a very nice watch. I would consider the white dial version if it were 40mm. As for your comments re the Origin, you are 100% correct, if anyone other than Jody produced it, it would of got roasted as it is a very ordinary looking watch albeit well specced. Anyway the Ascent looks the goods and well done to Jody and Steven.

I think Jody and Steven have really smashed this out of the park. 12 different dials with 2 different straps makes for an amazing 24 different watch combinations. A lot more than some major manufacturers offer and at far better prices. The Citizen owned Miyota 9015 with 8 bps , 28800 bph, will give this watch a touch of class, more of a sweeping second hand than ticking with an NH35 movement and like you stated is well worth the extra money. I never ordered the highly anticipated Origin model as it just didn’t do it for me. This though has driven me mad. All those dial choices, so many. I have changed my order 3 times already! Finally settling on the Black Enamel, a throw back to owning a SARB 033, which I rather stupidly sold for nothing, and also opting for the Blue Helix. I can see Jody and Steven selling this model in the thousands, which for a microbrand is a phenomenal testimony to their ideas and design. Bring on September!

In honour of the Erebus name they should have made one with the total black dial.

@slash.9882

12 күн бұрын

There is one with a black dial

@johnnychin

11 күн бұрын

That actually is an excellent idea. Jody could charge a little more for a Musou black dial and I will be getting one. AFAIK there are no Musou black dial watches that are in this form factor and case shape. The Venezianico Redentore has those crown guards that kind of take away the elegance simplicity of an ultra black dial.

Definitely on my "top watches to buy when I have the money" list. Thanks for the excellent, thorough review - as usual.

I really like The Orange Fumé one

The Erebus line looks incredible. Little out of my price range right now (Just bought another $350 watch lol) but likely will grab one when possible

When will any KZreadr get their hands on the green fumé? I put my money on that one already

@Grefareal

11 күн бұрын

dave from just the watch got the green fume on his review

@_AlphaLimaGolf

11 күн бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/mmVkqJR6p8m8frQ.htmlsi=l0DZ1PZJX_URBTFm

@springbay1

11 күн бұрын

@@Grefareal Great, thanks. I'll check his out

If I'm honest, a big factor in buying the Origin was to support Jody's new venture (I'm not a huge fan of modern divers) but it's definitely grown on me - still more tooly than I'd like but with just enough flourishes to find its way to my wrist. By contrast, the Ascent had me at hello

I was hoping another video might help me lock in a decision on which dial to get, but I'm still just as indecisive. Great review!

@yule0

12 күн бұрын

Random person on the internet says: Green Helix

@adk7962

12 күн бұрын

Other random person says blue helix except I’m going with the white enamel. That’s literally the only criticism I have of the watch which is there are too many choices. I think it devalues it a little bit. But it’s brilliant otherwise.

@lordcharfield4529

12 күн бұрын

Another random internet person loves the purple fumeé!

@ae-ca602

12 күн бұрын

I want all 4: orange, purple fumee, green fumee, black enamel.

@adk7962

12 күн бұрын

@@ae-ca602 I was down to orange, blue helix, and white. I’m going to go safe and go white on the j style.

Well, I was on the fence.... but this video helped convince me. Just ordered the purple. Thanks for contributing to my addiction. XD

Thanks for calling our the bracelet fitting. I have the same size wrist and was looking at the Blue Helix on J style bracelet. Disappointed that it may be loose on my wrist :(

It is a great looking watch. Can’t wait for mine to arrive

Finishing is very impressive

Almost want to place my order, but it’s a pity my wrist is only 5.9 inches, the jubilee bracelet will be too loose for me. Thanks for the review.

While watching this video I was comparing the look with the watch on my wrist...and the same Seiko5 (albeit in a different colour) pops up in the video :)

These look really nice... Exactly the sort of style and design ideas I like to see, sporty without being either boring or too much like a copy of something else. Don't think I'm likely to be buying, given I already have a couple of watches in a similar enough mould which are a bit nicer (an Eterna and a Formex) both of which run within a couple of seconds a day.

the green helix is the best looking imo. Great watches and review. thank you

Great review Ben!

Oh good--it won't fit my tiny wrist, so I do not have to be hugely tempted to buy this one! I like it way more than the first watch from them, for all the reasons you mentioned!

Please review the Casio MTP-1183 in blue! I haven't seen a good review anywhere

Looks like an Addiesdive with a Citizen dial and Grand Seiko hands.

@NCSheriff7

12 күн бұрын

And the quality of a San Martin, Seestern just more expensive

@romteb

12 күн бұрын

Case and bracelet look just out of addiesdive inventory

@StrikeWarlock

12 күн бұрын

And Ben mentioned that the case reminded him of a Seiko 5. He isn't far off, it reminds me of GS cases if only they also made one at 38mm.

Awesome title! Can’t wait to watch.

the white gives me grand seiko vibes!

I totally agree with you that the diver was not a home run but this new release from EB looks like a banger.

We can always trust in you to keep it real mate. Another great review. I agree, this piece is much better than the first model.

That sunburst purple - my goodness me! That's where my order's gone - I don't think I'll be disappointed!! The only question is whether to spend the extra and get the leather straps. It's probably worth adding them in for the versatility I think.

@thesolver1970

11 күн бұрын

I have ordered this one on the J bracelet, that purple fume is magic. Looks good on black so I'm having a custom black suede strap with purple stitiching made - the black suede will really contrast and match the showiness of this watch.

@ryanhood1867

11 күн бұрын

@@thesolver1970 Ooo I like your thinking!

I like the purple one - just one more watch - great video thank you

These look absolutely amazing!

I am now at a cross road, trying to decide between this on the black enamel and the CW C63 Sealander 39mm in black. 🤔

It was actualy Wise watches this reminded me of the most, the first release never grabbed me this one does.

@BensWatchClub

11 күн бұрын

agreed

I didn't know about the brand. For me, Justonemorewatch embodies the passion for finding watches that are fun. No snobbery, genuine passion. The watches shown here seem to check of everything watch enthousiasts actually love. amazing dial, solid links, automatic movement, sapphire crystal, classic size. He actually did it. Will order one asap.

Even at the discounted price it still comes in at €500 delivered including tax. That's a big ol' noperino from me.

@K0tak3

12 күн бұрын

Do you have a few names of dress sport reasonbably sized watches better for that price (or close) ?

@milqn4o

12 күн бұрын

@@K0tak3 Tsuyosa (both old one and new one), PRX Quartz

@K0tak3

12 күн бұрын

@@milqn4o Yes ok, nothing like it then. Tsuyosa is big and bulky and far from that class. For smaller range of wrists it's just BIG. And quartz is quartz, apple and oranges... I agree with your point of the fees, if they could have a way to sell directly within EU and skip vat for final Price at 350€ it would make it unavoidable. But even with a seller here I think they couldn't avoid VAT and would need to sell for at least 450. But for 500, you have nothing better and not really many either close to that watch. I prefer for sure this to a tsuyosa that I tried.

@holgermuller3597

12 күн бұрын

@@milqn4o No.

@serenityinside1

12 күн бұрын

@@K0tak3 san Martin SN0113W V2. 38” case. Automatic. High finishing standard. A beauty … @ £197 .

jesus christ I just fell in love with this watch! it reminds me of a grand seiko model

Awesome review, as always! That purple is dope! Can I has it?😁😁😁

That Malachite one is gorgeous. Definitely hope it is not going to sell out soon so I can set some money aside to buy it

I’d buy a helix dial but only without the tiny logos. The spiraling lines should have been enough by themselves. The purple one slaps though💜

Great video Ben. Congrats on 200k subs. a great achievement. Ive just landed in York so see you later I guess.

@BensWatchClub

10 күн бұрын

Cheers Tony, yes see you very soon, glad you're coming tomorrow!

I have a set of EFFY jewelry that would look epic with the malachite dial.

@StrikeWarlock

12 күн бұрын

The issue with malachite is that you could get unlucky and get a bland pattern. It's the equivalent of going for a Timascus case watch without a single star.

Another terrific and honest review. The internet’s Watch Dog indeed. I’m all about that white enamel on the J Style. My only criticism is I think they offered too many choices right out of the gate. I think Russell’s (Mad Watch Collector) idea of releasing additional colors and finishes as special editions may have been a better idea. Still a brilliant watch though. Thanks!

@zplapplap

12 күн бұрын

From a customer standpoint, what is “too many” with respect to dial variations on the same model?

@adk7962

12 күн бұрын

@@zplapplap I understand. More choices are usually better, but I think in this case, it’s almost overwhelming. But again, that’s probably just me. 😅

@ES-sf1tz

12 күн бұрын

@@adk7962 I'd rather be overwhelmed then spend $400 on a watch to see them put out a dial you absolutely want in a limited quality 3 months later that you either A) would have to shell out another $400 for or B) couldn't get because you missed an arbitrary ordering window.

@zplapplap

12 күн бұрын

@@adk7962 Being honest, I can relate. 😆

@adk7962

12 күн бұрын

@@ES-sf1tz I hear ya. My pea brain almost exploded when Jody said 12 though.

Aqua Terra with DJ Jubilee... fantastic looking watch... great job Jody

Tool watches are my jam and I jumped on the Origin when it was available, I liked it when I got it and the more I wear it the more I love it. This style of watch usually doesn't do it for me but damn... I like almost all of the colour choices. So Jodi and Steven are getting more of my money (bastards!) as I have ordered the Purple Helix on a J bracelet.

@hootonhoot

7 күн бұрын

Great choice- decided on the same combo👌

Listen that case is fire!

That finishing 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 beautiful

Thank you for having the bulk of your content to be visually about the watches. I wish you’d have been sent the orange fume.

I don't get why us slim wrist men are so discriminated in the watch world. Especially since 6" to 6,5" wrist is a common size in men.

@stephensamuel4674

12 күн бұрын

because you know what they say about small wrists

@MetalMD7

12 күн бұрын

​@@stephensamuel4674"Damn, those are some small wrists!"

@K0tak3

12 күн бұрын

Because more fat guys have a bigger mouth 🤣

@tdugong

12 күн бұрын

Blame Sly Stallone and his Panerai in Daylight. The world had been in love with oversized watches for over 20 years because of that.

@punkypink83

12 күн бұрын

women too tbh. i really dislike watches aimed at women. often too small and impractical, meant more as jewellery and never with a mechanical option. i was pleased that the Origin actually fits my 5.5 inch wrist, so its a bit disappointing to hear the Ascent is too big for me.

Please review dwc watch . The new model drivers watch. It's a micro brand in India.

Really digging that green dial.

They would be perfect for me if the end links on the jubilee would be less noticeable like Rolex does it nowadays. But Im impressed and probably will buy one

I´d love to see this one with 15 ATM, so this could be my all-round watch alternative to Omega Aquaterra

Whats your opinion on Vaer watches?

Ordered my ascent, but have to wait till September to get it 😢

Nice looking watch. Just wish there was an exhibition caseback.

Hi Ben, do you think the O-style bracelet would fit you if you could remove more links?

The only thing I hate about them is there are too many options I love amd can't afford them all. 😅

I picked blue enamel w/jstyle. Was a tough decision though !!